Question 1

How long does a flight from New York to Los Angeles take?

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Direct flights from New York generally make it to Los Angeles in 5h 43m. The flying distance between the two cities is 6,362 km. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between New York and Los Angeles per day?

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Each day, there are between 31 and 37 direct flights that take off from New York and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 6h 26m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 249 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

What is the cheapest flight from New York to Los Angeles?

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In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Los Angeles was €119 for a one-way ticket and €237 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and Los Angeles?

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New York and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are American Airlines (63 flights per week), Delta (58 flights per week), and United Airlines (55 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

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New York has 2 major airports: Newark and New York John F Kennedy Intl. Los Angeles is the only airport in Los Angeles. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Newark Liberty Airport. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 06:00 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 09:29.

Question 7

What’s the latest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

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If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to Los Angeles jets off at 21:30 and lands at 00:59.

Question 8

Which airlines fly direct between New York and Los Angeles?

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There are 6 airlines that fly direct from New York to Los Angeles. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with JetBlue at €418 for a return flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at JetBlue.

Question 9

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Los Angeles?

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JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 10

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Los Angeles?

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The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 11

Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Los Angeles?

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oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Los Angeles, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 12

On which days can I fly direct from New York to Los Angeles?

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There are direct flights from New York to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

Question 13

Where is the best place for someone to pick me up after my flight from New York to Los Angeles Airport?

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Those picking you up can do so by meeting you curbside or parking in an on-site pay lot and meeting you at baggage claim. The airport also offers a convenient, complimentary, off-site cell phone lot so drivers can park and wait until you are ready to be picked up.

Question 14

Which frequent flyer club offers the best perks on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

A little-known secret is that Virgin America’s Main Cabin Select is available for a relatively low amount of flyer miles and it compares quite well to their competitors’ standard economy rates while offering much more leg room for the long flight.

Question 15

How can I get a Lyft at Los Angeles International?

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Lyft has some simple guidelines to get you on your way in no time. Once you have your bags, open the app to locate the nearest pickup zone. Once in the zone, request the type of ride you prefer from the Lyft app and then just keep an eye out for your driver who will meet you in the pickup zone.

Question 16

If I have a lot of baggage to pick up, what is the best way to get it all to my ground transportation?

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Los Angeles airport offers skycap service, but a much more cost-friendly option may be a Smarte Carte, which you can rent for a nominal fee to get your bags from baggage claim to the curb without breaking your back.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

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The cheapest month for flights from New York to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost €303 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is €476 and €424 respectively.

Question 18

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

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KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Los Angeles. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Los Angeles?

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KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

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Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to New York with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

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Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and Los Angeles?

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There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 23

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Alaska Airlines (€230) and JetBlue (€245).

Question 24

What is the cheapest New York to Los Angeles flight route?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from New York to Los Angeles cost €416 and was between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX). On average, the best prices are found if you fly from Newark Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles (LAX). The average price for a return flight for this route is €416.

Question 25

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

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To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Los Angeles, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Question 26

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of €540, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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What is the cheapest New York to Los Angeles flight route?

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost €303 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is €476 and €424 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from New York to Los Angeles?

No, with an average price for the route of €540, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Los Angeles, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Alaska Airlines (€230) and JetBlue (€245).

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and Los Angeles?

New York and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are American Airlines (63 flights per week), Delta (58 flights per week), and United Airlines (55 flights per week).

Which airlines fly direct between New York and Los Angeles?

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and Los Angeles?

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between New York and Los Angeles per day?

How long does a flight from New York to Los Angeles take?

Direct flights from New York generally make it to Los Angeles in 5h 43m. The flying distance between the two cities is 6,362 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 06:00 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 09:29.

What’s the latest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to Los Angeles jets off at 21:30 and lands at 00:59.

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